BATTERY STRIP 24: How To Set Up with A DMX Controller

Introduction

The Rockville Battery Strip 24 wash light bar can be controlled using a DMX controller, allowing for precise lighting control in live performances, stage productions and DJ setups. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step setup of your Battery Strip 24 with a DMX controller, including both wired and wireless DMX options.

What You Need:

• Battery Strip 24 Wash Light Bar
• DMX Controller (wired or wireless)
• DMX Cables (for wired setup)
• Wireless DMX Receiver (for wireless setup)

Setup Guide

A.) Connecting the DMX Controller to the Light(s)

1. Take a DMX cable and plug the male end into the DMX Out port on your controller.
2. Plug the other end into the DMX In port on your first Battery Strip 24 light.
3. For multiple lights, daisy chain them:
   • Plug another DMX cable into the DMX OUT of the first Battery Strip 24.
   • Plug the other end into DMX IN port on another light.
   • Repeat this process for additional lights.

B.) Setting the DMX Channel Mode

The Battery Strip 24 offers multiple DMX channel modes, allowing different levels of control:

Choose a mode based on your needs and controller capability.

1. Press the Menu button until you see Chnd.
2. Use the Up / Down buttons to select your desired DMX mode.
3. Press Enter to save.

C.) Setting the DMX Address

Each light needs a DMX address so that the controller can communicate with it properly.

1. Press the Menu button on the Master light until you see Addr
2. Press Enter to modify the setting.
3. Use the Up / Down buttons to set the address to A001 for Scanner / Fixture 1, or to a different address corresponding to another scanner / fixture (specified by your DMX controller).
4. Press Enter to save.
5. Repeat this for all additional lights.

D.) Testing the DMX Controls

Once the light is set to DMX mode, turn on the controller and activate Scanner 1, or the scanner / fixture associated with the Battery Strip's DMX address. Now, you can control the light using the faders.

Tip: You can mix colors by adjusting Faders 1-4 to create custom shades.

Tip: You can mix colors by adjusting Faders 3-6 to create custom shades. Make sure Fader 1 (Master Brightness) is up.

For 16-Channel, 30-Channel and 58-Channel Modes; please see our BATTERY STRIP 24: Owner's Manual.

E.) Setting Up Wireless DMX (Optional)

For a wireless setup, you can use a Rockville DMX-WRE Wireless Receiver to connect with a Rockville RockForce W2 or W4 Wireless DMX Controller.

Configuring the Wireless DMX System:

1. Turn on the Wireless DMX feature on the back of your controller.
2. Set the Wireless DMX Signal Color:
   • Press the button under the LED light on the controller to cycle through different colors.
   • Select a color (e.g., Blue).
3. Turn on the Rockville DMX WRE Wireless Receiver:
   • Use a small item (like a screwdriver) to press the Power button.
   • The LED indicator should light up.
4. Match the Signal Color:
   • Press the button on the receiver until the same color as the controller appears (e.g., Blue).
5. Check connectivity:
   • The receiver’s LED should flash green, and the controller’s LED should flash red.
6. Plug into Battery Strip 24:
   • Plug the receiver into the DMX In port of your first light.
7. Connect additional lights:
   • You can use one receiver per light (up to 25 on one Wireless DMX Channel).
   • You can use DMX cables to connect additional lights to the first light's DMX Out port
8. Control the lights wirelessly from your DMX controller.

Conclusion

Setting up a DMX controller with your Battery Strip 24 allows for precise lighting control for any performance or event. You can choose wired or wireless DMX depending on your setup preferences.